By the time testing reached Valencia later in the month, Panis and Villeneuve finished 8th and 9th fastest respectively.

In that race, the team took full advantage of the mixed wet-dry conditions to score a double points finish, with Villeneuve in 4th and Panis in 5th.

[13][14][15] In season testing at Valencia was completed by Panis and Davidson in an attempt to resolve some of the issues.

The team had four reserve drivers who were Anthony Davidson, Darren Manning, Patrick Lemarie and Ryo Fukuda.

BAR used the Lucky Strike logos, except at the British, French and United States Grand Prix.